Call My Aged Care 1800 200 422

Getting aged care help in 4 steps

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The 4 steps in words

  1. Apply for an assessment Online, by phone or in person. It is free. Phone: 1800 200 422
  2. Have your assessment Usually at home. Someone can be with you.
  3. Read your letter Your Notice of Decision says what help you can have.
  4. Choose a provider When your funding is ready, you have 56 days to choose a provider.

Start at My Aged Care 1800 200 422

Source: My Aged Care

Where this information comes from

  1. My Aged Care: How to apply for an assessment
    https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/how-apply-assessment
    Last checked 25 Oct 2026.
  2. My Aged Care: How to contact My Aged Care
    https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/how-to-contact-my-aged-care
    Last checked 25 Oct 2026.
  3. My Aged Care: Assessment outcome: Support at Home
    https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/assessment-outcome-support-at-home
    Last checked 25 Oct 2026.
  4. My Aged Care: Connecting with Support at Home providers
    https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/connecting-support-at-home-providers
    Last checked 25 Oct 2026.

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